For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 425 students in 48835, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 134 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 48835, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48835, MI are Waldron Elementary And Middle School and Fowler High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48835 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48835, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48835, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waldron Elementary And Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
11214 W Kent St
Fowler, MI 48835
(989) 593-2160
Fowler, MI 48835
(989) 593-2160
Gr: PK-8 | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Fowler High School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
700 South Wright Rd
Fowler, MI 48835
(989) 593-2250
Fowler, MI 48835
(989) 593-2250
Gr: 9-12 | 163 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48835, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48835, MI include Waldron Elementary And Middle School and Fowler High School.
How many public schools are located in 48835?
2 public schools are located in 48835.
What percentage of students in 48835 go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 48835 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48835?
48835 public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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